If “Starvation Mode” is real, why do we recommend fasting?
In my last post, I discuss the body's adaptation to a consistent, strenuous exercise program in conjunction with a low-calorie diet over the course of time. The body adapts to this stimuli by slowing down the metabolism in an effort
Comparing Grocery Carts
When you go grocery shopping, take a quick scan of what most people have in their shopping carts. You can tell at a glance if the person pushing the cart will have issues maintaining a healthy body fat percentage or not. I did
Dietary Fats and Health
Our regular readers know that we have been recommending a lower carbohydrate diet, more along the lines of the paleo diet that is more in vogue lately. We are not completely on board with the diet, for we would prefer meats with a
Success Story: 30 lb Fat Loss in Six Months
Andrew looked us up in February of 2016 for guidance in losing fat and improving his overall health. Six months later he has lost 30 lbs of fat and looks incredible. I took photos of Andrew the first day, but I had Andrew
Success Story: Nine lbs of Muscle in Five Months
This blog is a commendation to a client of mine. Alec approached me in late February for my guidance in helping him gain muscle. He is a young guy who is very slender and has the type of frame that is very
A Soda a Day Will Take 4 Years off Your Life…Really?
For all of us who enjoy imbibing on our favorite soda, I am afraid there is more bad news. Not only does soda consumption contribute to diabetes and obesity, apparently it will shorten our life span. According to the researchers from the University
“The Biggest Loser”: A Re-examination of the “Set Point” Thoery
It finally happened. A researcher was curious enough to see what happened metabolically to the people who went through the rigorous diet and exercise routines that must be followed on the show "The Biggest Loser" several years later. The results
HIGH FAT DIETS ARE DANGEROUS?
I visited sciencedaily.com yesterday to see what was the latest on diet and exercise, and, unsurprisingly, there was a research study done on rodents that found a low carbohydrate-high fat diet produced more weight, and especially fat weight on overweight and pre-diabetic mice coupled
“That’s Not Paleo”
When we talk to our clients about how we recommend that they eat, we tell them to eat a low carb diet in line with the Paleo plan that is in vogue now. When we get into specifics, we are
Melissa’s First Month on the Hystrength Program
Melissa started working with me on January 13, 2015. However, she had family issues come up and she had to take about two weeks off from training. In essence, at this point she has not been consistent, but we did
